Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 GLE450.
The 2021 Mercedes GLE450 is presented here with the lubrication specifications supplied in the source: it requires 9.0 qt of engine oil and accepts viscosities of 0W‑20, 0W‑30, or 0W‑40. The JSON does not include details on the vehicle’s body style, underlying platform, or specific power‑train architecture. Likewise, no reliability metrics or historical durability information for this model year are provided in the data. Consequently, any assessment of where the 2021 GLE450 stands in the model’s reliability record must be drawn from external sources beyond the given facts.
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Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0289974745. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 0289974745 alt 2561840080 |
| Engine air filter | 6540940004 |
| Spark plug | 2541590000 |
| Battery | 0019828208 |
| Front wiper blades | 1678209201 |
| Thermostat | 2562002000 |
| Cabin air filter | 1678350200 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, Rear: MB Sheet 235.7, MB P/N 001989330310 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | MB Sheet 236.17 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5 qt |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear: MB Sheet 235.7, MB P/N 001989330310 |
| Engine Coolant | Coolant listed on either MB 325.6 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 20.0 qt |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.0 qt |
| Transfer Case Fluid | MB Sheet 239.41 |
| Cylinder Head Instructions | Use new bolts only. |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | Bolts 1-9: 6.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.028 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 11.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.59 lbs |
| Oil Capacity | 3.80 oz |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.079" in |
| 1 | 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180° | 37 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 15.0 | 15 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz AG USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, 2020 GLE580, 2020-2021 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating. While buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will secure the middle seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLE450 and AMG GLE53 vehicles. In the passenger-side footwell, the ground connection bolts for the electric heater may be improperly tightened. Remedy: Dealers will check the electric heater ground connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact…
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9.0 qt of 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40; Above 23°F: 20W-40, 20W-50; Above 5°F: 15W-30, 15W-40, 15W-50; Above -4°F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60; Above -13°F: 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50. Oil meeting MB Sheet 229.51, 229.52, 229.61 and 229.71, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.